Programme Policy Officer (Livelihoods) - NOC

The United Nations World Food Programme in Turkey is looking for a Programme Policy Officer (Livelihoods) - NOC in Ankara/Turkey.

If you have relevant experience, apply at the latest by 13 April 2023

WFP seeks candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles.

Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.

ABOUT WFP

World Food Programme (WFP) is the United Nations frontline agency in the fight against global hunger and the world's largest humanitarian organization. Responding to emergencies and saving lives and livelihoods through direct assistance, or by strengthening country capacities remain the major part of WFP’s operations, and is crucial in supporting countries’ efforts to achieve the SDGs. WFP’s dual mandate allows it to use a development lens in its humanitarian responses, and to align early recovery and development interventions accordingly. WFP is committed to supporting countries by reaching people in need first and ensuring that no one is left behind. In Turkey, WFP is supporting the Government with the provision of basic needs assistance to vulnerable refugees and implementing projects to build the resilience of refugee households. WFP is also working to enhance the capacity of its national partners.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Advanced University degree in International Affairs, Economics, Environmental Science, Social Sciences or other fields relevant to international development assistance or First University degree in a relevant field (i.e. Bachelor’s degree) with additional years of related work experience.

Experience: Five (5) or more years of postgraduate professional experience (after completion of Advanced University degree) or Seven (7) years or more after completion of First University degree.

Language: Fluency (level C) in written and spoken English and Turkish languages, Arabic is an asset. Residency Status: Candidates are required to be Turkish nationals.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

WFP Turkey Country Office is looking for a highly experienced Programme Policy Officer with extensive technical knowledge on livelihood/early recovery programming and related national, local and private sector partners in Turkey. Job holder report typically report to the Country/Deputy Country Director.

JOB PURPOSE

This position is based in Ankara, where the incumbent will lead and manage a WFP Livelihoods activities to ensure the effective and efficient management of human and financial resources and delivery of WFP programs and activities. A large emphasis is placed upon building and maintaining relationships with local governments, UN agencies and other partners in the area to reinforce WFP’s visibility.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

1. Develop and drive WFP’s livelihoods and early recovery strategy in conjunction with the Head of Programme/ Deputy Country Director.
2. Lead the WFP Livelihoods portfolio by providing support and guidance to the field offices and ensure that policy and programme operations are consistent with strategy, government and WFP policies and other relevant guidance.
3. Provide technical advice or mobilize technical expertise on programme and policy issues including assessment and analysis, the choice of objectives, activities, transfer modalities and appropriate products, the deployment and testing of innovative approaches and the development of strategies to support government efforts.
4. Establish and maintain operational partnerships with national, local and private sector partners to identify opportunities for collaborative approaches and initiatives that improve assistance packages and support advocacy work.
5. Work with the Head of Istanbul Area Office/Private sector liaison to establish and manage partner protocols, letter of intents or MOUs.
6. Contribute to formulation of broader WFP-Livelihoods programme in line with both organisational strategy and the practical realities of operating in the field;
7. Enhance WFP’s leadership status in forums relating to area of specialism, for example food security, livelihoods, resilience or engagement in potential humanitarian, transition and development contexts through direct participation, briefings, information products and other materials.
8. Contribute to resources mobilisations efforts for WFP projects, including clearly articulating WFP Turkeys strategy and approach and related programme opportunities, and follow up on the resource situation of projects including cash availability, seeking advice from senior colleagues where necessary.
9. Lead, motivate and develop a team of staff to enable high performance.

FUNCTIONAL CAPABILITIES

Capability Name

Description of the behaviour expected for the proficiency level

Programme Lifecycle & Food Assistance

Displays ability to identify the main hunger problem at the national or subnational level to design and implement context-specific programmes that integrate complex analysis and the full range of food assistance tools.

Transfer Modalities (Food, Cash, Voucher

Demonstrates the ability to design, implement, monitor and provide oversight over effective and efficient programmes deploying different transfer modalities.

Broad Knowledge of Specialized areas

Demonstrates the ability to interpret basic data in the context of WFP specialised fields to contribute to technical programme design, implementation and monitoring.

Emergency Programming

Displays ability to translate understanding of programme principles in emergencies and protracted conflict situations into relevant, effective, and context-specific approaches.

Strategic Policy Engagement

Develops thorough recommendations using multiple inputs (e.g., government counsel, w/ Government research, own experience) to strengthen national or subnational entities and government owned food and nutrition security programmes.

DESIRED EXPERIENCES FOR ENTRY INTO THE ROLE

• Has led a Sub Office or a small country/area office programme team or a component of a country office programme portfolio.
• Has engaged in policy discussions and provided input into policy decisions.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• Contract Duration: 1 year (renewable)
• Remuneration: A competitive compensation and benefits package is offered.
• Medical Insurance****: Private medical insurance plan for UN staff members and dependents (spouse, child or children)
• Annual Leave Entitlement****: 2.5 workdays per month
• Maternity Leave: Up to 6 months paid maternity leave
• Duty Station: Ankara/Turkey

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

No later than 13 April 2023